It seems like everyone is staking claims to the best tacos in the land. Here in Texas, however, we can rightfully claim the birthright to the famous Tex-Mex style and unique blends of spices and ingredients that simply cannot be beat. There are too many amazing taquerias around Dallas – Fort Worth to crown a “best of” winner, but that doesn’t stop us from some tasty recommendations that will keep you coming back. Here is a taco trail of some favorite stands and joints across the Metroplex.
This version begins in Northeast Tarrant County, meanders through Irving, hits a few Dallas highlights, and finishes in Fort Worth. Here’s this map for a general trail overview from the picks below, or choose a few spots and or trail blaze your own path!
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- Chuco’s Taco Bodega (797 Keller Pkwy., Keller)
Toni F./Yelp
Chuco’s Taco Bodega /Yelp This epic taco shop is hiding inside a Shell gas station! It’s worth the extra effort to hunt it down, especially for their brisket, carnitas, and breakfast tacos.
- Frezko Taco Spot (3105 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake)
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Jennifer U./Yelp Carnita tacos are a crowd favorite here. Foodies rave about both their red and green salsas, as well as the small cup of complimentary bean soup is served prior to your meal.
- Taqueria El Campeon (2709 Mustang Dr., Grapevine)
Belinda N. /Yelp
Joey T. /Yelp Customers love the top-your-own bar station for salsa, pico, and other toppings and rave about Taqueria El Campeon’s breakfast tacos as well. Shown above are trompo and carnitas styles on flour tortillas.
- 3 Niñas (313 W Bedford Euless Rd., Hurst)
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Su C./Yelp Breakfast tacos are served here all day! The corn tortillas are made fresh daily and this huarache is a great alternative to regular tacos!
- Tacos Los Tovares (544 W. Harwood Rd., Hurst)
Robert B./Yelp
Juan Rafael H./Yelp Fresh avocados, a variety of toppings, and made-from-scratch salsas are just a few reasons why loyal customers keep coming back to Tacos Los Tovares.
- Danny’s Tacos & Grill (5815 W Arkansas Ln., Arlington_
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Thiviyah R. /Yelp How about a sampler platter of chicken, beef, pork and chorizo tacos? This place delivers too!
- Lucas Tacos (1150 W. Pioneer Dr., Irving)
Kate K. /Yelp
Miss S. /Yelp The tasty trio pictured above includes both tacos al pastor and carne asadas. Tortillas are made on site and get a thumbs up for not being greasy.
- Tacomex Las Colinas (5330 N. Macarthur Blvd., Suite 108, Irving)
Juan S. /Yelp
Juan S./Yelp Tacomex Las Colinas customers compliment the great spices used to create unique flavors here.
- Tacos Cantu (1401 Cooks Ln., East Fort Worth)
Robert C. /Yelp
Parker S. /Yelp The spicy pork tacos continuously receive a foodie thumbs-up. Yum!
- TorTaco Meson Mezcal (910 Currie St., Fort Worth)
Candy R./Yelp
David B./Yelp Fresh ingredients and tasty homemade sauces draw rave reviews, and this place offers some truly unusual (and delicious) combinations, like shrimp and truffle steak!
- Tacos Mariachi (602 Singleton Blvd., Dallas)
Michael D. /Yelp
Michael D./Yelp These scrumptious selections feature CriscoKidd fish, Barbacoa shredded beef, and campechano octopus and shrimp taco varieties served with a side of elote callejero, a tasty Mexican street corn.
- Tacos Taluca (10886 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas)
Fabia P. /Yelp
Fabia P./Yelp Loyal fans love this taqueria’s simple, no-frills, affordable approach. The drive-through window is also a big hit. Shown here are their Barbacoa tacos.
There are too many excellent taco stands throughout the Metroplex to feature one list (you’d be driving around for days!), so let us know which ones you would add along the way! Leave your suggestions in comments below… and happy eating!
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Toni F./Yelp
Chuco’s Taco Bodega /Yelp
This epic taco shop is hiding inside a Shell gas station! It’s worth the extra effort to hunt it down, especially for their brisket, carnitas, and breakfast tacos.
Eliza L. /Yelp
Jennifer U./Yelp
Carnita tacos are a crowd favorite here. Foodies rave about both their red and green salsas, as well as the small cup of complimentary bean soup is served prior to your meal.
Belinda N. /Yelp
Joey T. /Yelp
Customers love the top-your-own bar station for salsa, pico, and other toppings and rave about Taqueria El Campeon’s breakfast tacos as well. Shown above are trompo and carnitas styles on flour tortillas.
3 Niñas/Yelp
Su C./Yelp
Breakfast tacos are served here all day! The corn tortillas are made fresh daily and this huarache is a great alternative to regular tacos!
Robert B./Yelp
Juan Rafael H./Yelp
Fresh avocados, a variety of toppings, and made-from-scratch salsas are just a few reasons why loyal customers keep coming back to Tacos Los Tovares.
Robert C. /Yelp
Thiviyah R. /Yelp
How about a sampler platter of chicken, beef, pork and chorizo tacos? This place delivers too!
Kate K. /Yelp
Miss S. /Yelp
The tasty trio pictured above includes both tacos al pastor and carne asadas. Tortillas are made on site and get a thumbs up for not being greasy.
Juan S. /Yelp
Juan S./Yelp
Tacomex Las Colinas customers compliment the great spices used to create unique flavors here.
Parker S. /Yelp
The spicy pork tacos continuously receive a foodie thumbs-up. Yum!
Candy R./Yelp
David B./Yelp
Fresh ingredients and tasty homemade sauces draw rave reviews, and this place offers some truly unusual (and delicious) combinations, like shrimp and truffle steak!
Michael D. /Yelp
Michael D./Yelp
These scrumptious selections feature CriscoKidd fish, Barbacoa shredded beef, and campechano octopus and shrimp taco varieties served with a side of elote callejero, a tasty Mexican street corn.
Fabia P. /Yelp
Fabia P./Yelp
Loyal fans love this taqueria’s simple, no-frills, affordable approach. The drive-through window is also a big hit. Shown here are their Barbacoa tacos.
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